Explore the lush hills and wild woodland on the border of Dorset and Devon. Start at the small village of Monkton Wyld which has grown from the love of a mother for her daughter. Dip down and climb up the narrow valleys, crossing streams and stiles at the end of isolated holloways that once led to long lost cottages. Skim the art of Dodpen and the Forest of Charmouth before returning over the slopes with views across the Wyld river valley.
Distance: 4 miles/6km
Time: 2-3 hours
Ability: Medium. Lots of small climbs.
Max height: 570ft
Min height: 157ft
Total climb: 725ft
Terrain: Tracks, paths, fields and roads.
Start Point: St Andrew, Monkton Wyld. (Postcode: DT6 6DA, Grid Reference: SY336962, What Three Words: helps.skills.flop).
Map: OS Explorer 116 Lyme Regis and Bridport
How to get there: From the clock tower on the seafront at Lyme Regis, turn right and follow the road up the hill and out of the town. When the road splits, turn off to the left to then merge onto the A354. Just before the end of the duel carriageway, turn right onto Elsdon’s Lane, signposted for Monkton Wyld. Follow the road for about half a mile, down the hill and into the village, to find parking for the church on the left hand side.
Dogs: On leads where livestock is present and in accordance with any notices on the walk and The Countryside Code.
Refreshments: None on route but nearby are The Hunter’s Lodge near Axminster with a number of other options in Lyme Regis.
Neighbouring Walks: Lambert’s Castle, Charmouth Forest, Wootton Fitzpaine Charmouth and Lyme Regis.
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